Employee Relations Business Partner

Job Overview

Social Policy & Industrial Relations (SPIR) Business Partner at Airbus Belfast Ltd. Full time, permanent. Subject to BPSS and Export Control checks.

Responsibilities

• Support HR Business Leader in achieving company HR objectives.
• Collaborate with the Head of SPIR UK to develop and deliver SPIR strategy.
• Develop and implement social policy on the Belfast site.
• Consult and negotiate with recognised Trade Unions on a broad range of topics.
• Provide advice and guidance to internal HR customers and managers on application of HR policies.
• Assist HR Business Partners with case management.
• Contribute to the development of HR policy in line with business needs and legislative changes, particularly in Northern Ireland.
• Communicate policy changes to all user groups and support change management with appropriate training.
• Work closely with Reward Operations and other Centres of Expertise to ensure internal processes support effective administration of UK HR policies.
• Attend specialist Employment Law forums to stay proactive on legislative changes.
• Collaborate with external legal advisers on case management and SPIR projects.
• Develop continuous professional development opportunities and coordinate upskilling for HR and managers.

Qualifications

• Relevant employment law knowledge, especially in Northern Ireland.
• Proven generalist experience dealing with HR policy and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• High-level presentation and influencing skills.
• Experience handling complex employee relations issues.
• Ability to work autonomously and experience with Trade Unions.
• Agility to manage operational activities and lead or contribute to projects.
• Teamwork, networking, and building strong relationships with a range of customers.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills and a proactive approach to finding business solutions.
• CIPD qualification (desirable).

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual profit share.
• Contributory pension.
• Share options.
• 36 hour week with flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off.
• Support for flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments during selection.

EEO Statement

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all.